1999 Buick Regal vs. 2005 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Buick Regal would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Regal (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 692 kg more than 1999 Buick Regal.
Because 2005 Dodge Durango is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Dodge Durango. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Durango (393 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick Regal. (380 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Regal | 2005 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Regal | Durango |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 4703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 393 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2252 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 102 L |